1 oz Copper Round - Founders: Montesquieu | Separation of Powers
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1 oz Copper Round - Founders: Montesquieu | Separation of Powers
This copper round celebrates the intellectual legacy of Montesquieu, the philosopher who introduced the foundational concept of separating governmental powers. Struck in one avoirdupois ounce of 0.999 fine copper, the piece serves as a tactile tribute to the ideas that shaped modern democratic structures. The front of the round features a detailed portrait of Montesquieu, designed by artist Joel Iskowitz. On the back, the design shifts to a mechanical metaphor, depicting interlocking gears that contain various United States government buildings. This imagery serves as a visual representation of how different branches of government interact and balance one another. Inscriptions on this side detail the weight and copper purity, alongside the central theme of the design.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Metal | Copper |
| Weight | 1.0000 troy oz |
| Purity | .999 |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
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